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Ilvaite

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Parallel growth of biterminated prismatic crystals of Ilvaite with very well defined faces and edges, perfect terminations, a good size, and especially with a splendid luster. Floater specimen in perfect condition, no damage. A great and uncommon sample.

Product details

SpeciesIlvaite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.5 x 6.0 x 7.5 cm
Added on06/16/2025
LocalityChina, Inner Mongolia, Huanggang Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2026Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—MChMineralsNot disclosed

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Mineral guide
Learn about Ilvaite
black sorosilicate with sharp, glossy prisms and metallic sheen; forms in iron-rich skarns with quartz and calcite; Elba, Dalnegorsk.
Ilvaite
Regional guide
Ilvaite from Huanggang Mine, Inner Mongolia, China
jet-black prismatic crystals from Huanggang Mine, Inner Mongolia, a modern, major skarn source; dramatic contrast with quartz and up to 20 cm.